Credit union mortgage market share is largely unchanged from one year ago; however, the percentage of adjustable-rate loans has jumped substantially.
First quarter data shows the cost of funds increased 78 basis points annually as share certificate balance growth helped credit unions build liquidity.
A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months to come.
Annual share growth has slowed for seven straight quarters, mirroring the decline in the personal savings rate.
The increase comes as credit union hiring has not kept pace with membership growth.
Federally chartered credit unions originated more than $226 million in PALs last year, smashing the record set in 2019.
Hiring slowed during the pandemic, but credit union employee growth beat the national average.
Tax refunds typically underpin share growth in the first quarter; this year, these deposits are especially welcome.
After dominating headlines following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, here’s a look at how uninsured shares are divided by asset class at credit unions.
More consumers are entering the mainstream banking system, but more than a quarter of loan applicants say they aren’t getting the funds they need.
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
Cyber threats never stop. Credit unions share how collaboration, AI, and smarter strategies protect members and institutions.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and CreditUnions.com has the lowdown on assessment tools, AI strategies, the role of collaboration in fighting fraud, and more.
A quartet of Northeastern Pennsylvania credit unions came together to share strategies and best practices for combatting check fraud, account takeover, and more.
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Credit unions can simplify compliance, reduce risk, and enhance member trust by rethinking loan servicing with outsourced solutions designed to keep pace with evolving regulations.
Centralized fraud prevention helps credit unions fight evolving check fraud while streamlining operations and safeguarding members.
In a post-CAT era, many credit unions are using the tool’s sunsetting as a catalyst to upgrade their cybersecurity posture.
With three full government shutdowns and repeated trips to the precipice in the past 25 years, credit unions have had plenty of opportunity to refine how they approach helping members during work stoppages.
After years of post-pandemic splurges for the well-to-do and inflationary pain for the less well off, more Americans are shifting to a discipline of saving. Here’s what that means for members and how credit unions can turn the trend into opportunity.